Durability is a question. One drop causes the case to crack.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from otterbox.comBy OtterBox, Customer Service Support, April 4, 2023
Yikes! So sorry to hear the Defender Series Pro case for your Galaxy S23 Ultra took on some damage so soon after purchase. We understand that you expect more longevity out of your OtterBox. The good news is we have our amazing product warranty in place for when things go sideways like this. Just give our awesome Otters a buzz at 1-855-688-7269 and they'd be more than happy to get the ball rolling on your replacement case.
It is bulky. I love otterboxes. I have had a phone get run over by a dump truck and be fine. However with as big as my phone already is, I should have went with a different design.
Response from otterbox.comBy OtterBox, Customer Service Support, April 4, 2023
Hi there, Crystal! We're sorry to learn the Defender Series Pro case for your Galaxy S23 Ultra wasn't quite what you were hoping for. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts on this case with us though. We're happy to hear the case has been doing its job for you, but if you're looking for a thinner case that still offers some solid protection to your device, we'd recommend checking out our Commuter Series. Please feel free to give our customer service team a call at 1-855-688-7269 with any questions, concerns, or if we can be of any additional help to you.